The bill mandates that the State Police must notify local law enforcement agencies when certain prohibited individuals attempt to purchase firearms or ammunition. It requires retail dealers to conduct a National Instant Criminal Background Check before any transaction involving handguns or firearms. If a person is denied due to being prohibited from purchasing firearms, the Superintendent of State Police must inform the chief law enforcement officer of the municipality where the individual resides. This notification process aims to enhance public safety by keeping local law enforcement informed of potential threats.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the requirements for obtaining a permit to purchase a handgun or a firearms purchaser identification card, which now includes completing a course on safe handling and storage of firearms. It specifies qualifications and disqualifications for applicants, such as felony convictions and mental health issues. The bill also introduces new provisions for firearms purchaser identification cards, which will include a color photograph and be electronically linked to the holder's fingerprints. Additionally, if a background check indicates that a person with a disqualifying conviction attempts to buy a firearm, the superintendent must alert the relevant law enforcement agency, reinforcing existing laws that prohibit certain individuals from firearm possession and establishing penalties for violations. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.